Florida Gulf Coast
Travel Guide





Visit Florida Gulf Coast
Where to stay in Florida Gulf Coast

North Captiva
Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for is ample dining options, great live music, and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Tampa or Benchmark International Arena while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Village
While visiting South Village, you might make a stop by sights like Siesta Key Marina and Crescent Beach.

Siesta Key Village
Travelers to Siesta Key Village praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market.

Pelican
If you're spending some time in Pelican, Tarpon Point and Chabad Jewish Center are top sights worth seeing.

Pass-a-Grille
Pass-a-Grille is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Pass-a-Grille Beach and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches while you're in town.

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Nice hotel VERY close to the hotel. Water pressure was terrible, but otherwise a very nice hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Accommodations were nice. The room was big and clean, the property is clean, staff is friendly. Beach area clean, lots of restaurants on the property.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
Nice place. Needs more character or culture. Very peaceful. Good for quiet relaxation.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

Sailport Waterfront Suites
Was a nice hotel, felt like an apartment. It was also pretty private so that was nice. Just maybe a tad too expensive for what it is, you could probably find a nicer view for the same price. (We had a bay view room)
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa
Very nice place
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar
Wonderful beach attendants
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Popular places to visit

Siesta Key
This beautiful barrier island off Florida offers white-sand beaches, a wide range of watersports and plenty of dining and entertainment.
Things to do

Fort Myers: Guided Standup Paddleboarding or Kayaking Tour

Self Guided Standup Paddle Board EcoTour -Bonita Springs

Half-Day Private Tiki Boat Beach Tour from Fort Myers

Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach






